Many people choose to climb Kilimanjaro over Christmas and New Year, and as a result, most group tours are booked up months in advance. Fortunately, there is an alternative for those who are less organised, and if you are thinking about climbing Kilimanjaro this festive season, you can still book a private trek along the Machame Route to start on any day you choose.

Private Kilimanjaro Trek’s are, surprisingly, often cheaper than the scheduled group tours, so if you thought that a private climb was out of your budget, contact a specialised tour operator for a quote – you will be pleasantly surprised.

Due to its high success rate, we decided to climb Mount Kilimanjaro along the Machame Route, and as we booked a private trek, the trip was tailor-made to suit our requirements and our journey to Uhuru Peak a whole lot easier…